Health Alerts & News
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Recalls & Product Safety Warnings
Read more: Recalls & Product Safety WarningsFrom household appliances to children’s toys, product recalls can impact items we use every day. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) monitors and announces recalls to protect the public from potential hazards like fire risks, electrical malfunctions, or choking dangers. To stay informed about the latest product recalls and safety alerts, visit the official…
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Food & Safety Recalls: U.S. Food & Drug Administration
Read more: Food & Safety Recalls: U.S. Food & Drug AdministrationStaying informed about food and product recalls is an important part of protecting your health and the well-being of your family. From contaminated food items to mislabeled allergens, recalls happen regularly—and catching them early can make a big difference. To help you stay up to date, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) maintains a…
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Measles Information
Read more: Measles InformationWondering whether you need the measles vaccine? Please read this to see if you have evidence of immunity. “Evidence of laboratory immunity” means that you have had your blood tested for a measles antibody titer. If you think you need titers to check your immunity status or that you need the MMR vaccine, please contact your primary…
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Radon Testing Kits Available
Read more: Radon Testing Kits AvailableRadon Test Kits Available for Easton, Westport and Weston Residents The Aspetuck Health District has free radon test kits for residents, while supplies last. Residents can pick up one radon test kit per address at the Aspetuck Health District, 180 Bayberry Lane, Westport, Monday through Friday, between 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. Residents are asked…
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West Nile Virus
Read more: West Nile VirusWest Nile Virus (WNV) is a mosquito-borne viral infection that can cause inflammation of the brain. It is spread to humans by the bite of infected mosquitoes, primarily Culex pipiens. A mosquito is infected by biting a bird carrying the virus. WNV is not spread by person-to-person contact or directly from birds to people. Anyone living in…